People are the heartbeat of our company.
Pulse is a team-led platform to showcase the incredible people who come together to make Primary what it is and inspire new ways to connect with our community.
Primary is committed to growing the careers of our people. Our team is genuine, honest, accountable and full of entrepreneurial spirit. We work hard, see the big picture, are always ready and willing to adapt, and strive to be better than we were yesterday. We take pride and ownership in everything we do.
Primary exists to power our clients and their objectives, our team and their ideas, and our community and their potential. These values are achieved by empowering and trusting our people to engage with honest and straightforward communication. We provide the tools to help create meaningful change in the workplace and our community.
Our diverse teams and inclusive culture are the core that powers Primary. Our diversity allows us to better serve our customers and communities by listening to and enabling unique perspectives. As we grow our company, we will continue to remove barriers and create new opportunities within our industry.
Primary strengthens our community by connecting them to what’s possible today and providing a solid foundation for tomorrow. We are proud and active participants in the communities where we live and work.
Careers
Primary is committed to growing the careers of our people. Our team is genuine, honest, accountable and full of entrepreneurial spirit. We work hard, see the big picture, are always ready and willing to adapt, and strive to be better than we were yesterday. We take pride and ownership in everything we do.
VALUE DRIVEN
Primary exists to power our clients and their objectives, our team and their ideas, and our community and their potential. These values are achieved by empowering and trusting our people to engage with honest and straightforward communication. We provide the tools to help create meaningful change in the workplace and our community.
Diversity
Our diverse teams and inclusive culture are the core that powers Primary. Our diversity allows us to better serve our customers and communities by listening to and enabling unique perspectives. As we grow our company, we will continue to remove barriers and create new opportunities within our industry.
Community
Primary strengthens our community by connecting them to what’s possible today and providing a solid foundation for tomorrow. We are proud and active participants in the communities where we live and work.
SHOWCASING OUR INCREDIBLE PEOPLE!
Meet Anita
Who knew that a fondness for The Sims could lead to a career in project administration? Anita’s love of organizing and managing people was one of the contributing factors that led her to the Primary team. She brings with her a solid background in architectural technologies and stage management. Away from the office, Anita enjoys visiting vendor markets and spending time with family and friends. And yes, she still loves playing The Sims.
Meet Paolo
As an EIT Design Engineer, Paolo draws upon his visual creativity to undertake the design and drafting of both electrical and telecom projects. He is passionate about bringing ideas to life, starting from initial paper sketches, transitioning into digital designs, and eventually realizing the finished product. Paolo’s visual creativity extends to his passion for photographing friends and family.
Meet Melanie
Melanie plays a vital role as an OSP (Outside Plant) Telecom Designer, utilizing AutoCAD to create alignments, site plans, and activation drawings. Her passion for electricity dates back to her childhood, when she eagerly assisted her father in changing switches and plugs around their home. When she’s not busy designing, Melanie enjoys reading, playing, and listening to music, playing board games, and organizing crafting projects.
Meet Malinee
Malinee takes great pride in coordinating with the Design Build team on schedules, budgets and tracking while supporting and upgrading Primary’s project management software. She began her career at Primary in a Project Support role, but within eleven months, she was promoted to her current position of Project Coordinator. During her downtime, Malinee enjoys culinary art, craft making, gardening, and spending time with friends.
Meet Kort
As an Electrical Engineering Technologist & Field Coordinator, Kort designs overhead, underground and gas distribution systems while maintaining several touchpoints during the project lifecycle. Whether it’s design elements, preparing quotes, procuring materials or project oversight, he leaves a lasting impression on the final product. Kort has a love of the outdoors that often finds him fishing, hunting, wakeboarding, skiing and snowboarding.
Meet Ashley
As a Project Accountant, Ashley plays a key role in managing customer invoicing, overseeing project intake, maintaining project revenue and budgets, and handling customer inquiries. Her journey into accounting began nearly five years ago when she had the opportunity to shadow a former colleague in the field. Her fascination with construction and engineering projects coupled with her love of accounting ultimately lead her to join the Primary team.
Meet Philip
Philip is a Project Manager for the BC Telecom Team where he quotes new project requests, provides project updates, and reviews budgets. He appreciates Primary’s emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance and regular team-building events to foster a positive work environment. During his free time, Philip likes camping, biking, video games, books, and movies.
Hear From Our Team
Good people committed to progress.
Primary is committed to growing the careers of our people. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to determine their career path and fulfill their ambitions. We take pride and ownership in everything we do and most of all, we do it as a team.
To learn more about one of our current employment opportunities, click a link below.
Employment Opportunities
📣 Office Closed for Good Friday
In observance of Good Friday, our offices will be closed on Friday, April 18 and will reopen on Monday, April 21.
We’re taking this time to pause, reflect, and recharge — and we encourage you to do the same. Whether you`re spending time with family, enjoying a quiet moment, or simply relaxing, we wish you a peaceful and restorative long weekend.💛
#GoodFriday #WeekendVibes #LifeAtPrimary
🚨 Big News Alert! 🚨
Huge congrats to Anthony Bowers, P.E. on earning his Professional Engineer designation from the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors!
This is more than just a career milestone — it’s a celebration of hard work, passion, and a vision for building stronger connections across borders.
#PEng #ProfessionalEngineer #LifeatPrimary #EmployeeMilestone #ValueAddedServices
Kicking Off the Year with Connection, Learning & PIE! 🥧🎉
Last month the Edmonton Office kicked off their first Lunch & Learn of the year —and it was a hit! 🎓✨
We had an amazing turnout both in-person and online, bringing the team together to learn, laugh, and grow. Huge thanks to our guest speaker Jordan Goldthorp, Primary’s Director of Corporate Services, for sharing expert insights on Building and Managing Client Relationships. 💼🤝
The fun didn’t stop there—we also took a moment to celebrate our March birthdays 🎂 and, of course, 3.14 Day, with a delicious assortment of pies! 🥧🧠 Because what`s better than a side of pie with your professional development?
Cheers to connection, community, and continued growth in 2025! 🙌
#LunchAndLearn #CorporateCulture #EmployeeEngagement #ProfessionalGrowth #314Day #lifeatprimary
Catch Us at the WEI Operations Conference! ⚡
We’re headed to Vancouver, BC for the @westernenergyinstitute’s Operations Conference, happening April 15–17 at the JW Marriott Parq
This annual in-person event brings together hundreds of energy professionals for three powerful days of education, innovation, and connection. We’re proud to be part of it and can`t wait to see familiar faces and meet new ones!
🚨 Visit us at Booth #13 in the main conference hall to connect with our expert team:
👋 Joseph Kyllo – Chief Strategy Officer
👋 Vlad Bendasyuk – VP, Engineering Operations
👋 Tim Cooke – Sr. Manager, Lower Mainland Operations
👋 Geoff Costin – Director, BC Engineering
👋 Edward Lopez – Director, Alberta Engineering
👋 Thomas Howell – Electric Vehicle (EV) Program Manager
Let’s talk energy solutions, future-focused strategy, and how we’re powering progress together.
📅 April 15–17
📌 JW Marriott Parq Vancouver
🎯 Find us at Booth 13
#WEIOps2025 #EnergyConference #VancouverEvents #EngineeringLeaders #EnergyInnovation #UtilityIndustry #CleanEnergyMovement #WesternEnergyInstitute #LeadershipInEnergy #LifeAtPrimary
📣 Attention Students - Primary`s 2025 Indigenous Student Bursary opens May 1st!
Primary is proud to announce the launch of our 2025 Indigenous Student Bursary, reaffirming our commitment to supporting Indigenous communities and fostering future leaders in engineering and construction. 🌿
This bursary is open to full-time Indigenous students in BC, AB, SK, MB and ON enrolled in post-secondary programs related to:
🔹 Powerline Technology (PLT)
🔹 Engineering
🔹 Design & Design-Build
🔹 Drafting
🔹 Business, and more!
🌟 Five students will be selected to receive financial support for the Fall 2025 semester.
🗓️ Applications open May 1, 2025
📲 For full details and eligibility, visit:
🔗 https://primaryeng.com/primary-indigenous-student-bursary-2025/
We’re proud to help pave the way for greater representation and opportunity in our industry.
#LifeAtPrimary #IndigenousStudents #Bursary2025 #EngineeringCareers #FutureLeaders #STEMOpportunities #SupportIndigenousVoices #ScholarshipAlert #CanadianStudents #DiversityInSTEM #BursaryOpportunity #STEMCanada
✨ Celebrating Leadership & Excellence! ✨
Today, we proudly celebrate our President, Jesse Spring, who has been awarded the Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC) 2024 Leader of the Year! 🏆⚡
This award celebrates individuals who create bold, innovative strategies, cultivate a strong team culture, and inspire their organizations to achieve greatness.
Jesse’s visionary leadership and approachable style continue to make an incredible impact. With gratitude, Jesse humbly credits this achievement to the dedication and passion of the amazing team at Primary.
As we look ahead, we can’t help but be proud of our contributions and achievements. Thank you, Jesse, for your incredible leadership – I think we can all agree, the future is bright!
👏 Join us in congratulating Jesse on this well-deserved honor!
#Leadership #EHRCLeaderOfTheYear #InspiringLeadership #EHRC2024 #PoweringTheFuture #LifeAtPrimary
🚀 WE`RE HIRING! 🚀
Looking to take your career to the next level? Primary Engineering and Construction is expanding, and we want YOU to be part of our award-winning team! 🌍✨
We’re proud recipients of the Workplace Culture Innovator Award, recognizing our commitment to an inclusive, dynamic, and growth-driven work environment. 🙌
📢 Current Openings Across Canada:
⚡ Traffic Signals Engineer (AB)
⚡ Electrical Engineering Co-op Student (AB)
⚡ Distribution Designer (BC)
⚡ Project Manager (BC)
⚡ Telecom Drafter (SK)
… And more!
Why Work With Us?
✅ Award-Winning Company Culture
✅ Career Growth & Development Opportunities
✅ Innovative Projects That Make an Impact
✅ A Supportive, Driven Team
Join a company where YOUR potential knows no limits?
👉 Apply Now: primaryeng.com/career-opportunities
#nowhiring #joinourteam #lifeatprimary #engineeringjobs #constructioncareers #careeropportunities #canadajobs
📣Exciting News! 📣
Primary has been selected for The Career Directory, a guide to entry-level recruitment for recent college and university graduates!
Find new and incredible opportunities on the directory including:
👉Distribution EIT
👉Distribution Designer
👉Electrical Designer
👉Telecom Designer
👉Junior Drafter
👉Distribution Drafter
👉Telecom Drafter
👉Junior Substation Designer
Why work with us? At Primary, we provide:
✅ Award-Winning Culture: Recipient of the EHRC Workplace Culture Innovator Award, recognizing our commitment to a healthy, inclusive, and positive work environment.
✅ Innovative Projects: Be part of a team that delivers innovative infrastructure solutions across various sectors.
✅ Professional Growth: Opportunities to determine your own career path, fulfill your ambitions, and gain valuable guidance through our Mentorship Program.
✅ Competitive benefits & perks: Choose from a variety of benefit packages and Employee Discount programs, plus RRSP matching!
#Hiring #CanadasTop100 #NewGrad #LifeAtPrimary #TheCareerDirectory